NDT Production Manager

LaSalle Network
Elk Grove, CA
Production Manager – NDT

This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced non-destructive testing professional who wants to own both the technical direction and the people side of aerospace inspection operations. You will lead a critical team responsible for ensuring the integrity, safety, and reliability of precision components used in aircraft, space, and defense applications.

The role offers meaningful influence, visibility with senior leadership, and the chance to shape inspection processes, develop talent, and drive continuous improvement—while being rewarded through a strong bonus structure, retirement match, and additional performance-based incentives. What You’ll Be Responsible For
Leading People & Safety
  • Create and sustain a culture where safety, accountability, and quality come first
  • Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing inspection team through coaching, training, and clear expectations
  • Promote cross-training, inclusion, and collaboration across the group
  • Serve as a visible leader on the production floor and in customer interactions
Quality, Delivery & Performance
  • Ensure inspection operations consistently meet customer requirements and delivery commitments
  • Monitor performance trends, identify gaps, and deploy corrective actions
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve throughput, reliability, and consistency
  • Support customer and internal audits, providing technical leadership and follow-up
Technical & Operational Leadership
  • Establish and approve inspection techniques, methods, and procedures
  • Interpret engineering requirements, customer specifications, and industry standards
  • Review and approve inspection documentation, certifications, and work instructions
  • Provide hands-on technical guidance when complex issues arise
Financial & Process Accountability
  • Manage labor, materials, and equipment utilization to meet profitability goals
  • Contribute to departmental budgeting and identify opportunities for cost improvement
  • Prepare justification for capital equipment investments
  • Partner with purchasing to ensure proper material availability and rotation
What We’re Looking For
Required Experience & Credentials
  • Proven experience in aerospace inspection or precision manufacturing environments
  • Level Three certification in non-destructive testing
  • Hands-on expertise in at least two of the following inspection methods:
    • Fluorescent penetrant inspection
    • Magnetic particle inspection
    • Radiographic inspection
  • Strong background leading direct labor teams in manufacturing or job shop settings
Preferred / Transferable Backgrounds
  • Level Two certification with demonstrated leadership and management capability
  • Prior military experience with aerospace or aviation inspection responsibilities
Skills & Attributes for Success
  • Strong ethical judgment and commitment to doing work the right way
  • Ability to communicate clearly across all levels of an organization
  • Comfortable balancing technical authority with people leadership
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven
  • Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
Compensation & Benefits
  • Base salary $120,000 – $140,000
  • Annual performance bonus 15% target bonus
  • Retirement plan with 4% company match
  • Additional holiday bonuses based on company performance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Relocation support available for qualified candidates
If you are interested in this position, please apply today

Krisi O’Donnell
LaSalle Network
#LI-KR1
Posted 2026-02-24

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